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The best time to visit Cambridge

Month-by-month climate averages for Cambridge, England, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Cambridge is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.

Cambridge is warmest in August (highs near 22°C) and coldest in February (lows around 1°C), with roughly 622 mm of precipitation across the year and October the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, June, July and August.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Cambridge forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Cambridge weather by month

what to expect in Cambridge through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Cambridge's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Cambridge by season.

Jan
8°
2°
Cool
Feb
8°
1°
Cool
Mar
10°
3°
Cool
Apr
13°
5°
Cool
May
16°
8°
Mild
Jun
20°
10°
Mild
Jul
21°
13°
Mild
Aug
22°
13°
Warm
Sep
19°
10°
Mild
Oct
15°
8°
Mild
Wettest
Nov
10°
5°
Cool
Dec
7°
3°
Cold

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Cambridge?
The most comfortable time to visit Cambridge is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Cambridge?
August is the warmest month in Cambridge, averaging highs near 22°C.
What is the coldest month in Cambridge?
February is the coldest month in Cambridge, with lows around 1°C.
When is the rainy season in Cambridge?
The wettest month in Cambridge is usually October, out of roughly 622 mm of precipitation across the year.

Cambridge month by month